Running on altitude - Skyrunning World Championships

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The first "Skyrunning" World Championships since the inauguration of the International Skyrunning Federation (ISF) are taking place throughout July and August across the Italian Alps. These events are held every four years alternating with the SkyGames®, to be held in Spain in 2012.

The ISF has applied for Observer membership to the UIAA.

"The ISF, in collaborating with the UIAA, wishes to share their many years of experience in the mountains, focusing in particular on safety and environmental issues and on developing international standards and guidelines," says ISF President, Marino Giacometti.

"The longstanding and well-established skyrunning race circuit, together with unique scientific data, represent a valuable contribution to further common ground and to safeguard mountain areas where events take place. A warm welcome is extended to all UIAA members to join the ISF in celebrating these events," Giacometti adds.